Places and concepts to travel without leaving Paris: outing ideas for a change of scenery

Published by Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on June 8, 2022 at 02:55 p.m.
Craving a change of scenery? Come along and discover surprising places and concepts taking you on a trip without leaving Paris. From the Caribbeans to the Egyptian pyramids to exotic places, here is how to enjoy a getaway.

Even though you are madly in love with Paris, you may crave a change of scenery. But you cannot always treat yourselves to a stay. But fortunately, the City of Lights has lots of concepts allowing us to have a change of scenery without leaving Paris so one can travel on a whim. From uncommon concepts to immersive experiences, without forgetting surprising landscapes, you have not heard the last from Paris.

Are you ready to go on a great journey? Buckle up and enjoy the most exotic outings in the city. Enjoy a road-trip that is within metro reach for a vacation foretaste.

Furthermore, if you like this kind of getaways, stay tuned: this guide is updated accordingly. To make sure you miss none of these exotic outings in Paris, think about keeping this page and check it out again regularly!

Places and concepts to travel without leaving Paris:

Exposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée Guimet  - IMG20231121103619Exposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée Guimet  - IMG20231121103619Exposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée Guimet  - IMG20231121103619Exposition A la cour du Prince Genji : l'imaginaire japonaise se dévoile au musée Guimet  - IMG20231121103619 The Musée des arts asiatiques - Guimet, an exotic spot in Paris
We take you on a (re)discovery of the Musée Guimet, dedicated to Asian arts. On the program: an exotic tour of historical treasures in splendid surroundings. [Read more]

Les jardins du Musée Albert Kahn, nos photos Les jardins du Musée Albert Kahn, nos photos Les jardins du Musée Albert Kahn, nos photos Les jardins du Musée Albert Kahn, nos photos Our favorite Japanese gardens in and around Paris
Looking for a Zen garden? We take you to discover the most beautiful Japanese gardens at the gates of Paris. Between a public park or a museum garden, these exotic gardens will give you a change of scenery and serenity. It is in any case of superb gardens which enchants us. [Read more]

Red Poppy - IMG 6203Red Poppy - IMG 6203Red Poppy - IMG 6203Red Poppy - IMG 6203 Red Poppy, the Chinese-inspired cocktail bar and speakeasy Shanghai Surprise, in the 13th arrondissement.
In the heart of Chinatown, step into a cocktail bar with the allure of an Asian temple, and discover its dimly-lit speakeasy, which intends to awaken the evenings of the 13th arrondissement. [Read more]

AquaboulevardAquaboulevardAquaboulevardAquaboulevard Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris
The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C. [Read more]

L'Expédition Maudite, l'escape game en mode Indiana Jones signé One HourL'Expédition Maudite, l'escape game en mode Indiana Jones signé One HourL'Expédition Maudite, l'escape game en mode Indiana Jones signé One HourL'Expédition Maudite, l'escape game en mode Indiana Jones signé One Hour L'Expédition Maudite, our test of One Hour's Indiana Jones-style escape game
Do you like Indiana Jones? Then you'll love L'Expédition Maudite, One Hour's brand new escape game that takes you deep into the heart of a mine... We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]

Etienne Dinet, passions algériennes : l'exposition qui nous fait voyager à l'IMA - photos - IMG20240129102221Etienne Dinet, passions algériennes : l'exposition qui nous fait voyager à l'IMA - photos - IMG20240129102221Etienne Dinet, passions algériennes : l'exposition qui nous fait voyager à l'IMA - photos - IMG20240129102221Etienne Dinet, passions algériennes : l'exposition qui nous fait voyager à l'IMA - photos - IMG20240129102221 Travelling in Paris: exhibitions that transport us to faraway lands
There are a thousand and one reasons why we can't travel and see the world. However, this doesn't mean we have to stay stuck at home: many exhibitions take us to more exotic landscapes and make us true globetrotters. Follow the guide! [Read more]

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